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All About Wonderfoam
Wonderfoam: The Ultimate Egg White Substitute for Home Cocktails Whether you are dealing with fluctuating egg prices or trying to avoid separating yolks at 9 PM on a Friday, achieving a bar-quality foam at home can be a hassle. Enter Wonderfoam : a natural, plant-based cocktail foamer made from Chilean tree bark ( Quillaja saponaria ) that replaces egg whites without the mess, smell, or food safety worries. Here is how to use this plant-based foamer to level up your home drinks. Why Wonderfoam Belongs on Your Home Bar Cart Long Shelf Life & High Yield: A single 50ml dropper bottle yields over 330 drinks and stays fresh for two years in a cool pantry—saving precious fridge space. Dietary-Friendly: Vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO, making it safe for guests with egg allergies or dietary restrictions. Adds Body to Zero-Proof Drinks: Non-alcoholic cocktails often lack body; a few drops add the plush texture standard syrups miss. Better Cocktail Garnishes: Creates a dense, long-lasting foam with a fine bead that easily supports dehydrated fruit, edible flowers, or a stencil of aromatic bitters. How to Use Wonderfoam as an Egg White Substitute Measure: Add 3–6 drops directly to your cocktail shaker alongside your other liquid ingredients. Ice & Shake: Add ice and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds to whip up a thick head of foam. The Pro Technique (Dry Shake): For ultra-plush foam in drinks like Amaretto Sours or Espresso Martinis, shake the ingredients without ice first, then add ice and shake a second time before straining into your glass. Frequently Asked Questions Does Wonderfoam affect the taste or aroma of cocktails? No. Unlike egg whites (which can leave a wet-dog scent) or aquafaba (which can add a bean flavour), Wonderfoam is completely neutral in taste and odour when used in drinks. How long does Wonderfoam last once opened? Wonderfoam lasts for up to two years after opening when stored in a cool, dark place or on your bar cart. No refrigeration is required. Can you use Wonderfoam in non-alcoholic cocktails? Yes! Wonderfoam works exceptionally well in zero-proof drinks, giving mocktails and non-alcoholic sours the rich mouthfeel and foam topping usually provided by spirits and eggs.
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Celebrations Continue! The House of Angostura 200th Anniversary Bitters Available Again
We got to help celebrate a milestone birthday with The House of Angostura last year and when we found out that there was still some stock of their limited edition bottling left, we jumped on the chance to help get them in the hands of people that love bitters! In celebration of their 200th Anniversary The House of Angostura have created a very limited edition bitters to celebrate this historic milestone. Introducing Angostura 200 Year Anniversary Limited Edition Bitters! Blended with a base of Angostura’s aged rum, Angelica root, Roman wormwood, nutmeg and other select botanicals, the resulting bitters are packed with remarkable depth and flavour. Sweet anise and cardamom upfront followed by warming spice, mint and a drying bitterness. Only 120,000 bottles were made in this limited batch and we have gotten our hands on a tiny amount! To get your hands on a bottle of this limited edition bottling, we are running a promotion. Spend $100 or more on a purchase of Angostura Aromatic Bitters 200ml , Angostura Aromatic Bitters 473ml , Angostura Orange Bitters 100ml or Amaro di Angostura 700ml either online at Only Bitters or in person at our Melbourne store, The Bitters Lab , and you’ll receive a bottle of Angostura Bitters 200 Year Anniversary Limited Edition Bitters! * Shop Eligible Angostura Products Here *Promotion will run while stocks last. Terms of this promotion are subject to change at the discretion of The Only Group Pty Ltd. Promotion available online through onlybitters.com or in person at The Bitters Lab.
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Our Super Juice Guide & Calculators
What is Super Juice? Super juice is an innovative cocktail component that uses fresh citrus and powdered acids to stretch your juice up to four times further than traditional squeezing. Instead of relying solely on the liquid contents of a fruit, super juice uses natural acids to extract the deep, complex aromatic oils locked inside the skin. By combining these oil-extracted acids with water and fresh juice, you create a balanced, shelf-stable citrus alternative. Why Use It? Massive Cost Savings: Stretches a single piece of fruit to yield up to 4x more liquid, slashing your fresh citrus spending by roughly 75%. Drastic Waste Reduction: Utilises the flavourful husks and peels that are traditionally thrown away, heavily reducing organic waste. Extended Shelf Life: Stays vibrant and crisp in the fridge for up to a full week without oxidising or turning bitter, and can be frozen for up to 6 months. Consistency: Standardises your ratios so your cocktails taste perfectly identical every single night. Citrus Variety Peel Weight Citric Acid Malic Acid Water Lime Lemon Orange Grapefruit Yuzu Kumquat g --- --- --- Instructions for Use Peel the citrus (except kumquat—use the whole fruit), then weigh the peels. Reserve the peeled fruit for juicing. Enter weight into the input box next to the chosen citrus type. Put them in a sanitised jar with the appropriate amount of citric acid (and malic for lime, kumquat, and yuzu) . Alternatively, vacuum seal the peel and acid mix. Shake well and leave it for up to two hours . This will give you “oleo citrate” , which will give our super juice acidity and citrus flavour. Place everything from the jar (including the peels) into a blender and add water according to the calculator above. Tip: rinse the inside of the jar with the measured water to get out all the oleo citrate. Juice the peeled citrus and add the juice into the blender as well. Blend for half a minute then strain through a cheesecloth/oil filter. Bottle the super juice in a sanitised container. Keep it in the fridge and use it within a week . Alternatively, freeze for up to 6 months .
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